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We need to uninstall a program
Open Programs and Features by clicking the Start button, clicking Control Panel, clicking Programs, and then clicking Programs and Features.
Select the following programs from the list below, one at a time and click Uninstall.

ESET Online Scanner

Delete the following Files and Folders (If Present):
C:\Program Files (x86)\ESET
Delete any other .bat, .log, .reg, .txt, and any other files created during this process, and left on the desktop and empty the Recycle Bin.

Keep your machine updated

Due to the ever-present tide of malware, it is important to ensure your computer is kept up-to-date to minimize the risk of future infection. An important step is to ensure that automatic updates are enabled.

To enable automatic updates:

Windows 8
To turn on Automatic Updates yourself, follow these steps:

Open Windows Update by swiping in from the right edge of the screen (or, if you're using a mouse, pointing to the bottom-right corner of the screen and moving the mouse pointer up), tapping or clicking Settings, tapping or clicking Change PC settings, then tapping or clicking Update and recovery.

Tap or click Choose how updates are installed.

Select the option that you want.

Under Recommended updates, select the Give me recommended updates the same way I receive important updates or Include recommended updates when downloading, installing, or notifying me about updates check box, and then click OK.

It is recommended to install an anti-malware to help prevent reinfection.
Below are some free ones that can help keep you clean.

Malwarebytes AntiMalware

As you have installed Malwarebytes, I recommend that you keep this program and use it to help you stay clean.

The free version will scan your computer and fix the problems it finds but will not provide real-time protection. You must scan regularly to find any threats.Consider purchasing the full version for active monitoring of threats.JAVA AdviceWARNING:Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article and this article.
I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software or need it to play games on-line.
In that instance I would recommend that you only use Firefox or Chrome to visit those sites and do the following:

For Chrome, install the ScriptSafe add-on.-->IMPORTANT<--: After installing the add-ons you will need to tell them that the site you are visiting is allowed to run Javascript. If you don't, the sites won't work properly. Or not at all. You can go to the NoScript home page here to learn how to use the add-on.

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Your version of Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malicious sites can use to exploit and infect your system. Please follow these steps to remove older versions of Java components and update:

Download the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) Version from Here and save it to your desktop.

Look for "Java Platform, Standard Edition". You will see the current Java version and update number under listed under the heading. Example: The newest update is Java SE 8u25

If offered to install a Toolbar, just uncheck the box before continuing unless you want it.

[Note:] The Java Quick Starter (JQS.exe) adds a service to improve the initial start up time of Java applets and applications. To disable the JQS service if you don't want to use it, go to Start > Control Panel > You will have to be in Classic View to see Java(It looks like a coffee cup). Double-click on Java click the Advanced Tab click Miscellaneous and uncheck the box for Java Quick Starter. Click OK and reboot your computer.

Update Adobe Flash Player

NOTE: Depending on your settings, you may have to temporarily disable your antivirus software and firewall.

Click the Install now button. A download window for the install_flashplayer15x64_mssd_aaa_aih.exe file will open. Save it to the desktop.

Close the browser and all open windows.

Back on the desktop, right click the install_flashplayer15x64_mssd_aaa_aih.exe file and click Run as Administrator to install Flash Player.

Cryptolocker Warning
Go here for information about CryptoLocker Ransomeware.
The main thing with this infection is ~ Backup.
If you're using an external hard drive, keep it unplugged from the computer when you're not backing up files or using it. This will prevent the infection from getting to your backed up files if you ever do come across it.

Recommended ProgramsUnchecky is a small service that runs in the background to help keep those "extra toolbars" and tag along search engines from automatically installing. By automatically directing you to a custom install with all the options unchecked, only what you manually choose and confirm gets installed.CryptoPrevent is a free program that prevents CryptoLocker / ransomware from infecting your PC by locking down the OS so the malware can not get a grip on your system.Web Of Trust is a browser add-on designed to alert the user before interacting with a potentially malicious website. It will highlight green if a site is known to be safe.

DeZiekeNon

Posted 20 January 2015 - 11:27 AM

DeZiekeNon

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I will execute the steps from Java and below at a later time. Question. Do you recommend for me to renew my NOD32 Antivirus license? My license has expired a few weeks ago. I didn't renew it and relied on Windows Defender solely, which might not have been sufficient.

Fix result of Farbar Recovery Tool (FRST written by Farbar) (x64) Version: 19-01-2015

ruggie_uk

Posted 20 January 2015 - 02:17 PM

DeZiekeNon

Posted 20 January 2015 - 02:32 PM

DeZiekeNon

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No problems. I much appreciated your help. The quality of the service on this forum is excellent. I think it's very admirable that you and the other G2G guys do this voluntarily and free of charge. Many thanks!